SYRIA PRIVATE TOURS

Flexible, Fully Customisable Journeys with Expert Local Guides

Why Choose Our Private Tours

Discover Syria at your own pace with our Private Tours. Whether you are a couple, family, solo explorer, photographer, or journalist, our private tours offer full flexibility, comfort, and insider access. Travel with your own dedicated guide and driver, customise your itinerary to suit your interests, and uncover the hidden stories of this ancient land in safety and confidence.

Fully Customisable Itineraries

Design your own journey based on your interests, pace, and preferred dates.

Flexible Dates & Daily Plans

Choose your travel dates freely with full control over daily timings.

Seamless Security Clearance

We handle all permits and clearance for your peace of mind.

Private Vehicle & Dedicated Guide

Travel in comfort with your personal driver-guide for seamless experiences.

Access to Local Experiences

Enjoy authentic interactions, hidden gems, and lesser-known sites beyond standard itineraries.

24/7 Local Support

From planning to departure, our team is always available to assist.

Our Private Tour Options

Damascus One Day Tour

Duration: 1 Day

Explore the timeless streets, mosques, and markets of Damascus with your private guide.

Walks of Damascus

Duration: 2 Days

Immerse yourself in Old Damascus’ hidden gems, cultural treasures, and vibrant neighbourhoods.

Road to Palmyra

Duration: 3 Days

Travel from Damascus to Palmyra, discovering desert landscapes and Palmyrean history.

The Crusader's Castle Tour

Duration: 3 Days

Visit Syria’s legendary fortresses, including Krak des Chevaliers, in an exclusive private experience.

Glimpses of Aleppo

Duration: 4 Days

Experience the revival of Aleppo’s old city, souks, and citadel in a curated private visit.

Walks of Aleppo

Duration: 5 Days

Spend five days exploring Aleppo and Damascus with deep cultural immersion.

Syria Ancient Walks

Duration: 6 Days

Discover Syria’s ancient cities, temples, and archaeological wonders with complete flexibility.

Syria Ancient Wonders

Duration: 7 Days

A week-long private journey through Syria’s top historical sites and local experiences.

Syria Classic Heritage Tour

Duration: 8 Days

An eight-day private adventure uncovering Syria’s diverse landscapes and rich heritage.

All UNESCO Sites & The Coast

Duration: 9 Days

Explore all UNESCO World Heritage sites plus Syria’s scenic coastal regions in depth.

Syria Panoramic Tour

Duration: 10 Days

A comprehensive 10-day journey covering Syria’s historic, cultural, and natural highlights.

Syria Mark Wiens Food Tour

Duration: 8 Days

Experience Syrian cuisine and culture on this special food-focused private tour.

How Our Private Tours Work

Step 1: Enquire & Share Preferences

Tell us your interests, preferred dates, and any specific requests.

Step 2: Receive Your Customised Itinerary

We design a detailed, flexible plan tailored to your goals.

Step 3: Confirm & Arrange Permits

We finalise bookings and arrange your security clearance seamlessly.

Step 4: Enjoy Your Journey

Travel safely with your personal guide and driver while exploring Syria confidently.

Step 5: Depart with Full Assistance

We handle all departure formalities and remain available for post-trip follow-ups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Syria?

Yes, it is safe to travel to Syria, particularly to cities like Damascus, Aleppo, and other principal sights. These areas are considered safe and are popular among tourists. To ensure your safety, our private guide in Syria will accompany you throughout your journey. You can enjoy our Syria tours knowing that your well-being is our top priority. For more information, read our Safety and Security in Syria page.

How can I obtain a visa for Syria?

Most travelers will need a visa to enter Syria—but don’t worry, the process is easier than you might think. Citizens of Lebanon, Jordan, Malaysia, and Mauritania can enter visa-free. All other nationalities, though, do need a visa, usually arranged through a local tour operator like us.

Flying directly to Syria?
If you’re flying into Damascus or Aleppo, you need prior security approval before boarding your flight. Once that approval is issued, you’ll get the actual visa upon arrival at the airport.

Coming by land through Lebanon or Jordan?
The process is much more relaxed:

You’ll get a visa on arrival directly at the border.
No embassy visits, no pre-application.
Your passport gets stamped at the Syrian border (in and out).
And the best part? Visa fees are waived when entering overland—your visa is free!

All you’ll do is fill out a quick form at the border. If you’re traveling with us, your guide will help you through the entire process smoothly.

Our Syria travel guide can help you with this visa process and Syria visa requirements.

How long does it take to get a visa to Syria?

If you’re flying directly to Damascus, you’ll need an initial visa approval before boarding, and we at Syrian Guides can handle that for you. This approval process usually takes 3 to 7 working days. Once approved, the actual visa is stamped on arrival at the airport. For more about visa, visit our Syria Visa Requirements page.

What is the currency exchange rate in Syria?

The current exchange rate in Syria is around 10,000 SYP to 1 USD, but keep in mind that rates can fluctuate frequently. It’s always a good idea to check the latest rate online just before your trip. You can also refer to our Money in Syria page for the most up-to-date info during your city tours.

Any dress code for women in mosques and churches?

In Syria, mosques and churches often provide special attire for visitors, particularly women, to ensure respect for local customs. During our Syria cultural tours, we will guide you on the appropriate dress code to follow.

What are the best places to buy souvenirs in Syria?

Souvenirs can be found in local markets and bazaars such as Souq Al-Hamidiyah in Damascus and Souq Al-Madina in Aleppo. For a more curated shopping experience, consider a Syria private tour or a Syria city tour that includes visits to these markets.

What vaccinations do I need to travel to Syria?

No specific vaccinations are required to travel to Syria. However, it’s always a good idea to consult with a travel clinic for the latest health recommendations. For a safe travel experience, Syria tour packages often include travel insurance.

Can I use credit cards in Syria?

Credit cards are not functional in Syria due to US sanctions. It is best to carry cash in the local currency. For information on managing payments, read our Syria travel guide or Money in Syria page.

Any vegetarian or vegan options available in Syrian restaurants?

Although Syrian cuisine often includes meat and dairy, there are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. Dishes such as falafel, hummus, tabbouleh, and stuffed grape leaves (Warak Enab) are popular choices that cater to vegetarian and vegan diets.

In which cases can’t I visit Syria?

You cannot visit Syria if you have Israel stamp in your passport. Our Syria travel guide can offer more detailed information.

What people say about us?

      
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   mr t 
 
 
 
 Verified Mr taster travel to Syria The best tour agency ever. Just close your eyes and trust them
  
 
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   Nabil R 
 
 
 
 Verified Highly recommend it ! Tremendous experience with Syriansguides, from the craft of the itinerary to its roll-out across 8 days. The hotels, restaurants, visits and explanations allow a nice introduction into Syria for someone who has never been there. Guides are very friendly and have a dynamic posture allowing them to adapt to all inquiries and questions you may have !
  
 
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   Daniel A 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing experience. Incredible guides This was an amazing experience. From the first day when I wrote to ask about the trip until I was dropped off at the airport at the end, everything was professional and personal. Questions were always answered. Requests were always dealt with. And then the tour itself was fantastic. Our guide Gabriela was an absolutely amazing person to lead us through Syria. Her extensive knowledge of history, culture and different religions was amazing. Her kindness and personality made everyone in the group feel welcomed and appreciated. Thank you Gabriela. And lastly the food was indescribably delicious all the time. I recommend Syrian Guides 100%. I approve!
  
 
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   Fares 
 
 
 
 Verified The Beauty of Syria: A Lifetime of Memories What an incredible experience to explore beautiful Syria with a lovely group. Our tour guide Ola was extremely knowledgeable and hospitable. Our driver was professional and punctual. The entire team was gracious and accommodating. Thank you to Syrian Guides for organizing such a lovely roadtrip across the country! From the major cities to the coast and historical sites, it was an experience of a lifetime!
  
 
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   TobinD_12 
 
 
 
 Verified Excellent and comfortable adventure in Syria - amazing history and enlightenment! I had the good fortune of spending a week with my guide, Shamel and driver Phillip, both from Syrian guides. They were both excellent. Shamel was a wealth of knowledge, informing and enlightening me about so much of the Syrian history, both recent and past. the locations chosen provided a great cross-section of the country from Busra in the south to Aleppo in the north and from Palmyra in the east to Krak de Chevalier in the west. The hotels chosen were very nice and as expected. The historic boutique hotel in Damascus was an absolute pleasure. I enjoyed time with my guides as well as walking solo through Damascus. I highly recommend Syrian guides!
  
 
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   wfhartnett 
 
 
 
 Verified An Adventure in Damascus After my family finished a cruise in Istanbul, my middle son and I flew to Beirut. Syrian Guides picked us up at the airport, took us over the gorgeous Mt. Lebanon, smoothed our way through the border checkpoints, and whisked us to our Damascus hotel on the ancient Straight Street (mentioned in Acts 9:11), where we met our super articulate guide, Ayham. We spent 3 days touring Damascus and 1 in Palmyra. Four big takeaways: Damascus is super safe, inexpensive, friendly, and historic. The only problem is that the Syrian credit card system is still being restored and thus cash is required for everything. Ayham happily answered our barrage of questions and seemed to know everyone. One surprising thing was the large number of active and visible Christian churches in this overwhelmingly Muslim country. Syria is a great adventure. You should go now, while tourism in Syria is getting back on its feet.
  
 
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   Georgia C 
 
 
 
 Verified An amazing experience! I did a 10-day tour of Syria with the Syrian Guides! It was an amazing and unforgettable experience! I definitely recommend Syria Guides. They are very professional, helpful, and made this trip feel extremely safe and fun! I recommend it 100%.
  
 
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   Alica H 
 
 
 
 Verified Amazing We had a wonderful tailored tour with some added extras and our time in Syria was truly unforgettable. Ola is superfriendly and attentive. I wish everyone could experience Syria in all of its aspects in such a good atmosphere. Places we stayed at had a special vibe and Syrian people were the cherry on top. I highly recommend this company. Thanks a lot!
  
 
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   Margherita B 
 
 
 
 Verified Highly recommended and professional tour This was a wonderful experience with an extremely knowledgeable and experienced guide, Fida. Our tour was tailored to our needs and we really discovered a lot of hidden gems in Damascus that we would never know without them Looking forward to coming back and seeing more with the help of Syrian guides!
  
 
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   Shamon B 
 
 
 
 Verified Visit syria cities driving one of Shomox car Visiting Syria is great nowadays syria is became strong and i got a cool tour picking up car from Shomox which is top 1 car renting and tours in Syria i enjoyed it so much

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